4th of July

Have you made your 4th Of July plans? I did this afternoon. While I was on the air, I spotted Chubby Carrier in the lobby. He stopped by to do a voice-over for "Red, White And Boom."

Looking for fun for the entire family this July 4th? The Acadiana Symphony Orchestra and Conservatory of Music have teamed up with the Lafayette Convention and Visitors Commission and more to bring you Red, White & BOOM! at Parc International, Parc Sans Souci and Parc Putnam in Downtown Lafayette

The latest ice cream survey puts chocolate at the top of the list as Americans favorite flavor ice cream. Nearly 30% stated in a recent Harris Poll that chocolate is their first choice, followed closely by vanilla at 26%. Cookie Dough/Cookies & Cream tied for 3rd place, with Butter Pecan/Swiss Almond tied for 5th. Ro...

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to see the world from the tip of a firework?  This past 4th of July, Jeremiah Warren from Dallas, Tx. mounted a wide angle camera to a few of his favorite fireworks.

Reigning Hot Dog Eating Champion Joey 'Jaws' Chestnut scarfed down 62 hot dogs and buns in 10 minutes today winning his 5th straight 'Nathan's Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest' along with the coveted  champion yellow mustard belt.

Don't try this at home! According to the American Pyrotechnics Association, there has been an over 90% decrease in fireworks-related injuries despite increased consumption. But things can go very wrong very quickly and it is so important to keep your wits about you and to leave the pets inside if you're going to celebrate the 4th of July with fireworks. Guess these folks are the reason they have t

Looking for something to do on a Sunday night? Don’t miss The Sugar Mill Pond Independence Day Celebration in Youngsville TONIGHT.  It’s a traditional celebration held every year on July 3rd.  Enjoy the festivities from 5:15pm to 9:15pm...

4th of July fireworks are often terrifying for dogs, sending many pooches into a panic. In severe cases dogs are known to have wandered away from home to escape the frightening chaos.

July has arrived with a Bang (literally) as it always does.  The month of July represents many wonderful things.  Here is a list starting with my favorite thing about July.

Forget about the dawn's early light, this Fourth of July is all about the rockets' red glare, the bombs bursting in air and maybe even a couple of spiders. Those are the ones that, well, look kind of like a spider, anyway. In honor of the Fourth, here are 10 great fireworks displays throughout the country...

Remember when planning those Fourth of July get-togethers that there will be changes to the waste collection schedule next week. Allied Waste and the Recycling Foundation will not run their regular garbage and recycling collection routes in Lafayette Parish on the Fourth of July.

As communities across Louisiana prepare to celebrate the 4th of July, the Louisiana State Police want to remind everyone to make safety a top priority to ensure an enjoyable holiday for everyone traveling on Louisiana’s roadways. With the onset of weekend activities comes an increase in traffic on our highways.

Louisiana has several options for celebrating Independence Day depending on where you are or which way you're headed. Click through to see some of the options.

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development today advised drivers of upcoming work schedules for interstate and major road projects throughout Louisiana which will affect drivers for the July 4th weekend (Saturday, July 2 through Monday, July 4).

Red, White & Boom, the July 4th celebration in Lafayette, Louisiana will feature the Acadiana Symphony Orchestra and Grammy Award Winning Chubby Carrier & the Bayou Swamp Band. Chubby takes the stage at 6:30pm, the ASO at 7:30pm and the Fireworks will begin at approximately 9pm. The F...

For a professional singer, there are few gaffes more embarrassing than flubbing a line from 'The Star Spangled Banner.' (Are you listening, Christina Aguilera?) But when these pint-sized patriots get caught up on ...

Listen 6-10 am for your chance to win a Free Family Pack of lack Angus Rib Eye Steaks compliments of your Neighborhood Associated Food Stores.